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Mass General Brigham

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Orleans

Mass General Brigham, Orleans, Massachusetts, us, 02653

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Overview

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. We are a not-for-profit supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. Job type: Full-time, 40-hour schedule. 10,000 sign on bonus. Location: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation. Job Summary

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restore patient physical functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. Licensure requirements: for licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Responsibilities

Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.

Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.

Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.

Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.

Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.

Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.

Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.

Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.

Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Physical Therapy required; Master\'s Degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.

Can experience be substituted for a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: Physical Therapist (Massachusetts State License) - required; Basic Life Support - required; Class D Driver\'s License - preferred

Experience: Internship or apprenticeship program experience; 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Excellent organizational skills.

Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.

Effective written communication.

Ability to teach others how to do something.

Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.

Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Work Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 65 Old Colony Way

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Pay Range: $78,104.00 - $115,388.00/Annual

Grade: 6

EEO Statement Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran\'s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)‑282‑7642.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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